Jamawar Pashmina Shawl

Jamawar or grown piece, is a special type of shawl made in Kashmir. Jama means robe and war is yard. The best quality of Jamawar is built with pashmina/cashmere. The brocaded parts are woven in similar threads of silk or polyester. Most of the designs seen today are floral, with the kairy (i.e. the paisley) as the predominant motif. Historically handmade items, some shawls took a couple of decades to complete; consequently, original Jamawar Pashmina/Cashmere Shawls are highly valued.Today, the best and the most expensive Jamawar is woven in Kashmir. This fabric is widely used in that country for bridal and special occasion outfit.